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Nikon 1 J3 vs Sigma fp

Portability
92
Imaging
45
Features
63
Overall
52
Nikon 1 J3 front
 
Sigma fp front
Portability
84
Imaging
76
Features
79
Overall
77

Nikon 1 J3 vs Sigma fp Key Specs

Nikon 1 J3
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 160 - 6400
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Nikon 1 Mount
  • 201g - 101 x 61 x 29mm
  • Announced November 2013
  • Superseded the Nikon 1 J2
  • Refreshed by Nikon 1 J4
Sigma fp
(Full Review)
  • 25MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3.2" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 25600 (Bump to 102400)
  • 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Leica L Mount
  • 422g - 113 x 70 x 45mm
  • Revealed July 2019
  • New Model is Sigma fp L
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Nikon 1 J3 vs Sigma fp Overview

Lets examine more closely at the Nikon 1 J3 and Sigma fp, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by competitors Nikon and Sigma. There is a considerable difference between the image resolutions of the 1 J3 (14MP) and fp (25MP) and the 1 J3 (1") and fp (Full frame) enjoy totally different sensor measurements.

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The 1 J3 was manufactured 6 years earlier than the fp which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting through a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick overview of how the 1 J3 grades against the fp when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Nikon 1 J3 over the Sigma fp

 1 J3 fp 

Reasons to pick Sigma fp over the Nikon 1 J3

 fp 1 J3 
RevealedJuly 2019November 2013More modern by 68 months
Screen dimension3.2"3"Bigger screen (+0.2")
Screen resolution2100k921kSharper screen (+1179k dot)
Touch friendly screen Quickly navigate

Common features in the Nikon 1 J3 and Sigma fp

 1 J3 fp 
Manual focus Very accurate focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen No selfie screen

Nikon 1 J3 vs Sigma fp Physical Comparison

When you are aiming to carry around your camera, you're going to have to take into account its weight and size. The Nikon 1 J3 provides physical measurements of 101mm x 61mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 201 grams (0.44 lbs) and the Sigma fp has specifications of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") with a weight of 422 grams (0.93 lbs).

Examine the Nikon 1 J3 and Sigma fp in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you select at that moment. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the 1 J3 versus the fp.

Nikon 1 J3 vs Sigma fp size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the 1 J3 and fp is 92 and 84 respectively.

Nikon 1 J3 vs Sigma fp top view buttons comparison

Nikon 1 J3 vs Sigma fp Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it is difficult to see the gap between sensor sizes just by reading specs. The pic below should give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the 1 J3 and fp.

All in all, each of the cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The 1 J3 due to its tinier sensor will make shooting shallow DOF more difficult and the Sigma fp will offer you greater detail due to its extra 11MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more aged 1 J3 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.

Nikon 1 J3 vs Sigma fp sensor size comparison

Nikon 1 J3 vs Sigma fp Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon 1 J3 vs Sigma fp Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Nikon 1 J3
Portrait photography with Sigma fp
59
has manual focus
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
sensor size is nice (1")
supports RAW files
cannot use external flash
85
has manual focus
great megapixels (25 megapixels)
great sensor size (Full frame)
has face detect focusing
delivers RAW formats
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Street Comparison

Nikon 1 J3 Street photography factors
Sigma fp Street photography factors
70
sensor size is nice (1")
supports RAW files
lighter than others in class (201 grams)
no moving screen
no image stabilization
77
great sensor size (Full frame)
delivers RAW formats
features focus by touch
weather proofing
great ISO range (25,600)
no articulating screen
does not have image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Nikon 1 J3 Sports photography advice
Sigma fp Sports photography advice
58
silent shooting (1/16,000 seconds)
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
sensor size is nice (1")
has tracking focus
supports phase detect autofocus
no image stabilization
terrible battery pack (220 per charge)
73
maximum shutter speed is high (1/8,000s)
great megapixels (25 megapixels)
great sensor size (Full frame)
has tracking focus
weather proofing
does not have image stabilization
lacks phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Nikon 1 J3
Travel photography with Sigma fp
69
lighter than others in class (201g)
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
built-in flash
terrible battery pack (220 CIPA)
screen isn't selfie friendly
78
weather proofing
features focus by touch
great megapixels (25 megapixels)
display is not selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon 1 J3 Landscape photography info
Sigma fp Landscape photography info
64
has manual focus
swap lenses (Nikon 1 mount)
screen size is decent (3 inch)
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
sensor size is nice (1")
supports RAW files
no image stabilization
terrible battery pack (220 per charge)
83
has manual focus
switch lenses (Leica L mount)
screen is a good size (3.2 inch)
great megapixels (25 megapixels)
great sensor size (Full frame)
great ISO range (25,600)
delivers RAW formats
weather proofing
does not have image stabilization
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon 1 J3 as a Vlogging camera
Sigma fp as a Vlogging camera
30
high res video (1920 x 1080 pxls)
lighter than others in class (201g)
screen isn't selfie friendly
no image stabilization
lack of microphone port
37
built-in touchscreen
has face detect focusing
video resolution high (3840 x 2160 pixels)
comes with mic support
display is not selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
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Nikon 1 J3 vs Sigma fp Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon 1 J3 and Sigma fp
 Nikon 1 J3Sigma fp
General Information
Company Nikon Sigma
Model type Nikon 1 J3 Sigma fp
Class Entry-Level Mirrorless Advanced Mirrorless
Announced 2013-11-30 2019-07-11
Physical type Rangefinder-style mirrorless Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Sensor type CMOS BSI-CMOS
Sensor size 1" Full frame
Sensor dimensions 13.2 x 8.8mm 35.9 x 23.9mm
Sensor surface area 116.2mm² 858.0mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixels 25 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 4608 x 3072 6000 x 4000
Maximum native ISO 6400 25600
Maximum enhanced ISO - 102400
Min native ISO 160 100
RAW pictures
Min enhanced ISO - 6
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch focus
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Total focus points 135 49
Cross type focus points 41 -
Lens
Lens mount type Nikon 1 Leica L
Total lenses 13 30
Crop factor 2.7 1
Screen
Type of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 3" 3.2"
Resolution of display 921k dots 2,100k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Display technology TFT LCD -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 30 seconds 30 seconds
Fastest shutter speed 1/4000 seconds 1/8000 seconds
Fastest quiet shutter speed 1/16000 seconds -
Continuous shutter rate 15.0 frames per sec 12.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 5.00 m no built-in flash
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain no built-in flash
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Fastest flash synchronize 1/60 seconds -
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60 fps), 1072 x 720 (60 fps) 640 x 240 (400), 320 x 120 (1200) 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM
Maximum video resolution 1920x1080 3840x2160
Video file format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, H.264
Mic support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless Optional No
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) Yes
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 201 gr (0.44 pounds) 422 gr (0.93 pounds)
Dimensions 101 x 61 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") 113 x 70 x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating 52 not tested
DXO Color Depth rating 20.4 not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating 11.0 not tested
DXO Low light rating 420 not tested
Other
Battery life 220 images -
Battery style Battery Pack -
Battery ID EN-EL20 BP-51
Self timer Yes Yes (2 or 10 wec)
Time lapse recording
Storage type SD/SDHC/SDXC card SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II supported)
Card slots One One
Retail pricing $170 $2,050